Principal Configuration Analyst

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautic Systems sector is seeking a Principal Configuration Analyst, to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Air Systems Integration organization. This position requires on-site support in Redondo Beach, CA. Essential Functions: The selected candidate will perform the following, including, but not limited to: Support Program tasks and attend meetings. Maintain Configuration Management Command Media, Work Instructions and perform updates as required. Perform CDM metrics on a recurring basis and support Program prep meetings. Overseeing the Engineering Release activities for the F-35 Composite Structure Definition IPT. This includes Build-To-Package (BTP), Source Control Drawings (SCD), Tech Packages, Engineering Schedule Change Record (ESCR) approvals. Creation of the BTP, SCD, Tech packages and associated supporting engineering business items and data, BTP/SCD Lifecycle (workflow) execution, approval and formal engineering release. Ensuring a Fully Linked Integrated Engineering Bill-of-Material (EBOMs) on all engineering releases. This involves working in TeamCenter Enterprise and TeamCenter Unified (AeroSource) in order to maintain a valid, formally released EBOM. Provides assistance and support to other F-35 IPT teams requiring Configuration Management assistance. Requires meticulous attention to detail while maintaining control over all documents in flow. Collaborates and coordinates with Technical Leads in the preparation, processing, and release of engineering documentation through the release process. The selected candidate must be able to support audits, update procedures, and communicate effectively and clearly. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor. Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.